Dendrobium rechingerorum

Also known as: Rechinger's Dendrobium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Rechinger's Dendrobium is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the German collector of species in the 1900's.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 50cm. Each new growth has numerous leaves that grow to 4-8cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 50cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 190mm to 582mm per day, heaviest in April and lightest in August. Humidity ranges from 86% to 91%, highest in January and lowest in May. Temperature ranges from 22C to 32C, highest in July (23C to 32C) and lowest in January (22C to 29C).

Watering

These orchids prefer a constant supply of moisture, with a slight drying out between waterings. Saucers can be placed under pots to retain moisture during hot weather, however the saucers should be removed or let to dry every 1-2 weeks to prevent rot. Keep an eye on the plant especially in hot weather and look for cues of under/overwatering and adjust accordingly.

Keep moisture levels up during hot weather as the plant is prone to dehydration

Fertiliser

Apply liquid based fertiliser per recommended directions. They can benefit from a high phosphate fertiliser leading up to flowering season, followed by a high nitrogen fertiliser when new growth appears, and a balanced fertiliser in other times. These orchids can also tolerate slow release fertiliser applied 1-2 pellets per cup (250ml) of media.

Use balanced fertiliser year round. Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round.